Let’s be honest, design systems are doing what code has been doing for a long time now.
Programming by nature is functional, reusable, extensible, and version controlled.
Modern design systems aim to accomplish much of the same and more, and therefore can take direction from how programming already functions.
I believe that design and development work better together when our namespace, tools, and models are in sync.
When we reduce mental overhead, teams don’t have to compromise on quality, even while they build and ship features fast. Keeping development and design concurrent means your product is easier to maintain, test, and update.
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By involving real people who will be using the design system early on in the process, you can build rapport, get valuable feedback, create an official (or unofficial) ambassadorship program, and more.
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Don’t make yourself or other people think your design system will change the world by saving you time. Instead, focus on things that are really important, like designers and developers understanding each other.
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